Beading

Learning to create fashionable beaded jewelry has never been this fun and easy! Whether you're a seasoned artisan or a young girl dreaming up her very first creation, this primer features more than twenty-five bead-dazzling designs for any occasion. The first section offers an introduction to bead types, tools, and the mechanics of making an assortment of jewelry from necklaces to bracelets to...

This unique kit features 25 beaded jewelry designs and a 16-page how-to booklet of beading techniques. Each jewelry instruction is printed on a card that is easily portable; cards are stored together in an adorable box. The booklet offers an introduction to bead types, tools and the mechanics of making an assortment of jewelry from necklaces to bracelets to earrings. Whether you're a seasoned...

Beading from Nature is both an introduction to basic beading techniques and a collection of stunning jewelry designs. Introductory chapters on materials, design, tools and techniques are followed by nearly 50 gorgeous rings, earrings, necklaces and bracelets. In addition, you'll find: • fascinating information about the lore of stones and their significance in different cultures • and...

Noted jewelry designer Sigal Buzgalo presents an extensive array of techniques, followed by such stunning yet simple pieces as a Crystal Hoop Earrings to a gorgeous and more challenging Six Flower Drop Necklace. Featuring more than 40 beautiful projects, Creative Beaded Jewelry will satisfy everyone from the beginning crafter to the avid and experienced beader. Every project comes with clear...

Crocheted jewelry is bringing new zing to traditional bling! Using common yarn, a selection of beads, baubles and crystals, and just a few simple techniques, crocheters of every skill level can quickly produce uncommonly appealing designs. Creative Crochet Jewelry makes it easy to create stunning jewelry with simple crochet techniques. You'll turn basic wire, thread, and beads into pieces that...

Diamonds may be a girl's best friend-but paper's more fun to play with! The creative techniques of acclaimed artist Dafna Yarom transform this versatile and accessible material into lightweight, refined jewelry. Her projects combine paper with diverse materials including iron and bronze wire, wooden and glass beads, crystals and more. By carefully mixing colors, shapes, and textures, crafters can...

Hooked on Jewelry combines crochet and beading to create a wardrobe's worth of gorgeous crochet jewelry-necklaces, chokers, lariats, bracelets, cuffs and earrings-all designed in coordinating two-and three-piece sets. Crochet and beading are two of the fastest-growing crafts today. Hooked on Jewelry includes a thorough introduction to crochet and jewelry making tools and techniques, full-color...